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Nursing
Karina Rodrigues Lopes, Beatriz Maria Jorge, Maria Helena Barbosa, Elizabeth Barichello, Adriana Cristina Nicolussi
Summary: This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of bladder ultrasound in measuring urinary volume in critically ill patients and the factors related to urinary retention. The results showed that bladder ultrasound was effective in measuring urinary volume and urinary retention was significantly associated with urinary tract infection, constipation, and spontaneous overflow diuresis.
REVISTA LATINO-AMERICANA DE ENFERMAGEM
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Barbara Bernardo Figueiredo, Cyda Reinaux, Helen Fuzari, Antonio Sarmento, Juliana Fernandes, Armele Dornelas de Andrade
Summary: This study investigated various physiological indicators of MPS patients and compared them with healthy individuals. The results showed significant reductions in body composition, lung function, respiratory muscle strength, and functional capacity among MPS patients.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Ana Caroline da Costa, Ana Paula da Conceicao, Howard Karl Butcher, Rita de Cassia Gengo e Silva Butcher
Summary: This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the factors influencing health literacy in patients with coronary artery disease. The results showed an inverse and significant relationship between age and hypertension with health literacy, while higher education and employment status were associated with higher scores on the health literacy instrument. Disease-specific knowledge did not influence health literacy. The regression model variables explained 55.3% of inadequate health literacy. Based on these findings, the study suggests considering sociodemographic and clinical factors when planning interventions.
REVISTA LATINO-AMERICANA DE ENFERMAGEM
(2023)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Michelle A. S. Furtado, Kennea M. A. Ayupe, Isabella S. Christovao, Ricardo R. Sousa Junior, Peter Rosenbaum, Ana C. R. Camargos, Hercules R. Leite
Summary: This study identified and evaluated published studies on physiotherapy in Brazilian children and adolescents with cerebral palsy, using the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) model. The results showed a focus on minimizing deficiencies in body structures and functions, as well as activity limitations. More studies with higher levels of evidence and broader focus on participation and environmental factors are needed.
DEVELOPMENTAL MEDICINE AND CHILD NEUROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Lihong Si, Xia Ling, Zheyuan Li, Kangzhi Li, Bo Shen, Xu Yang
Summary: This study investigated the clinical characteristics, diagnosis, and treatment of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo with involvement of multiple canals. The study found that horizontal and posterior canal involvement were the most common types of positional vertigo. Manual reduction was effective in the majority of patients with benign paroxysmal positional vertigo involving multiple canals.
BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Keysy K. S. Andrade, Luana A. Soares, Caik C. Macedo, Nelcilaine R. Bispo, Ricardo R. Junior Sousa, Vinicius C. Oliveira, Hercules R. Leite, Thais P. Gaiad
Summary: This study aimed to assess evaluation instruments for muscular dystrophy patients. The results showed that most instruments had sufficient measurement properties, though the quality was moderate to low. The Muscular Dystrophy Functional Rating Scale was found to be the highest quality instrument.
DEVELOPMENTAL MEDICINE AND CHILD NEUROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Semih Ak, Caner Kilic, Samet Ozlugedik
Summary: This study evaluated the role of MRI and PET-CT in the follow-up of patients with recurrent nasopharyngeal carcinoma treated with radiotherapy, finding that patients with SUVmax values greater than 4.58 were more likely to experience recurrence. A history of neck dissection significantly influenced the recurrence rate.
BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Natalia Vieira Araujo Cunha, Marcia Cristina da Silva Magro
Summary: The study assessed the impact of mechanical ventilation with positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) on renal function in ICU patients. Findings showed that patients with higher PEEP levels were more likely to develop varying degrees and persistence of acute kidney injury (AKI), suggesting that mechanical ventilation may harm renal function in ICU patients.
ACTA PAULISTA DE ENFERMAGEM
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Guilherme Balestiero da Silva, Carolina Soterio, Salete Linhares Queiroz
Summary: This article focuses on the use of a comic strip as an instructional tool to promote science learning. Three case studies were conducted and revealed that comics helped improve students' understanding of the nature of science. The questionnaire results indicated that comic strips may be utilized as an acceptable educational tool in science education.
Article
Nursing
Larissa Berghetti, Marcia Baiocchi Amaral Danielle, Vanessa Dalsasso Batista Winter, Ane Gabriele Poli Petersen, Elisiane Lorenzini, Adriane Cristina Bernat Kolankiewicz
Summary: This study evaluated the perspectives of patients with chronic diseases on care transitions and identified the associations with clinical and sociodemographic characteristics. It was found that sociodemographic and clinical variables were associated with care transitions, and patients who rated higher in self-management readiness had fewer readmissions within 30 days.
REVISTA LATINO-AMERICANA DE ENFERMAGEM
(2023)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Aristilia Pricila Tahara Kemp, Vitor Hugo Candido Ferreira, Rafael Zancan Mobile, Thais Bianca Brandao, Laurindo Moacir Sassi, Amanda Zarpellon, Paulo Henrique Braz-Silva, Juliana Lucena Schussel
Summary: Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw is a serious complication of treatment, associated with factors such as multiple medication cycles, infusion frequency, oral health care, and smoking. Regular follow-up by oral health specialists is important for prevention.
BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Vedantam Rupa, Nedha Joy
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence and management of additional nasal sinus diseases in patients undergoing endoscopic repair of cerebrospinal fluid fistula. It was found that 41.8% of patients had coexisting nasal sinus diseases before surgery, and some new complications emerged postoperatively, requiring additional treatment. All patients' other nasal sinus diseases were resolved during follow-up.
BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Joao Calvino Soares de Oliveira, Alexandre Moura dos Santos, Mariana Freitas de Aguiar, Jucier Goncalves Junior, Alexandre Wagner Silva de Souza, Rosa Maria R. Pereira, Samuel Katsuyuki Shinjo
Summary: This study evaluated the progression of Takayasu's arteritis (TAK) in different age groups and its effects on drug treatment and disease activity. The results showed that older patients with TAK require minimal drug treatment and have greater impairment of functional status.
ARQUIVOS BRASILEIROS DE CARDIOLOGIA
(2023)
Article
Ophthalmology
Ana Maria Dorado, Almudena De-Pablo-Cabrera, Alicia Munoz-Gallego, Luis Moreno-Garcia, Ana Barcelo-Mendiguchia, Tejada-Palacios Pilar
Summary: We present two cases of stage 3A unilateral Coats' disease in pediatric patients. Disease control was achieved using a dexamethasone intravitreal implant along with other treatments. The treatment improved visual acuity in one patient and prevented further decline in visual acuity in the other patient during 7 and years of follow-up, respectively. One patient experienced an increase in intraocular pressure, which was managed with topical medication, but also developed a cataract requiring surgery. In conclusion, the dexamethasone intravitreal implant may be a beneficial adjuvant treatment option for pediatric Coats' disease.
ARQUIVOS BRASILEIROS DE OFTALMOLOGIA
(2023)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
B. C. Rajani, Hoda Nadimul, Ghosh Subhabrata, K. S. Sabitha, Annavarjula Vinitha, Vasantha Dhara
Summary: The superior based masseter muscle flap is an effective and reliable method for reconstruction in cases of early oral cancer, producing good functional and cosmetic results with minor postoperative complications.
BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY
(2022)
